Nature Nights

Nature Nights: Regal Raptors of Texas

Thursday, July 24, 2008; 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Celebrating Texas Birds of Prey

Raptors are regal animals. Soar with bird of prey conservancy organization Last Chance Forever for a rapturous evening on hawks, eagles and more! Don't miss a flying demonstration with our feathered friends at 7 p.m. in our Courtyard. Soar through a scavenger hunt, enjoy a habitat walk, make a regal craft to take home and more! Visit the Gift Store to receive a thematic prize, and enjoy relaxed dining at our Cafe.

In cooperation with Last Chance Forever and Travis Audubon Society

Answers to Snake Scavenger Hunt, from Nature Nights: Snakes, July 17:

Station #1: Scales; Station #2: tongue; Station #3: habitat; Station #4: prey

Answers to Dragonfly Crossword Puzzle, from Nature Nights: Dragonflies, July 10:

Across: 1. water; 2. nymph; 3. spiracles - Down: 1. wings; 2. insects; 3. air; 4. exuvia

General Schedule for Nature Nights 

Wildflower Center Grounds are open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Starting at 6:30: Habitat Walks throughout the evening

Discovery Stations in the Courtyard, craft activities in the Visitor's Gallery and more!

An Evening of Fun Family Learning, every Thursday In July and selected dates in the Spring and Fall

Welcome to Nature Nights, a special series of evening programs designed to share our wonderous nature in Central Texas. Join us for four Thursday evenings in July (July 10, 17, 24 & 31), and one Friday each month in the Fall (September through November) from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - just $1.00 per person and free for members and EcoExplorers. Each program we will explore new topics - frogs, spiders, dragonflies and raptors - learning about Texas culture, animal habits and habitats. Each program will also feature a habitat hike, thematic crafts, and activities galore!

Fall Nature Nights are generously sponsored by KVUE Austin

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